Physician Assistant – Plastic Surgery

Pacific Plastic Surgery Group; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

3 weeks PTO

Job summary

Pacific Plastic Surgery Group in San Francisco, CA is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join our private practice surgical team, working alongside a board-certified plastic surgeon to deliver exceptional aesthetic and reconstructive results with a personal, high-touch patient experience.

The ideal PA will bring surgical skills, a refined aesthetic eye, and a strong commitment to patient care, with opportunities to perform in-office procedures, assist in the OR, and contribute to

Qualifications

• ARC-PA accredited PA program completion is required.
• Current NCCPA certification.
• Active California PA license or in-process with active start date.
• BLS certification.
• 1 year of surgical or related clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations including histories and pre-operative assessments.
• Partner with the surgeon to develop individualized treatment plans.
• Educate patients on procedures, expectations, and recovery.
• Provide post-operative care and wound management.
• Perform in-office procedures (injections, PRP, laser) and suturing.
• Assist in the operating room across cosmetic and reconstructive cases.
• Coordinate care and scheduling from consultation to recovery.

Skills

Surgical experience

OR first-assist

Aesthetic injectables

Laser/energy devices

Patient care focus

Education

ARC-PA accredited PA program

NCCPA certification

Active California PA license

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Job description

Our established private practice, led by a board-certified plastic surgeon, is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join our close-knit surgical team. You’ll work side by side with the surgeon helping deliver exceptional aesthetic and reconstructive results with a personal, high-touch patient experience.

We’re looking for a PA who brings strong clinical and surgical skills, a refined aesthetic eye, and a genuine commitment to outstanding patient care.

What You’ll Do

Patient Care

• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including histories, physical exams, and pre-operative assessments
• Partner with the surgeon to develop individualized treatment plans
• Educate patients on procedures, expectations, and recovery so they feel informed and confident at every step
• Provide attentive post-operative care, including follow-up visits and wound management

In-Office Procedures

• Perform in-office procedures, including but not limited to:
  • Suturing and minor excisions
  • Neurotoxin and dermal filler injections
  • Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatments
  • Light- and laser-based treatments

Surgical Assistance

• Assist in the operating room across a range of cosmetic and reconstructive procedures
• Support intraoperative care, including retraction, suturing, and maintaining a sterile field
• Help ensure a seamless, safe, high-quality surgical experience for every patient

Care Coordination

• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical records
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative staff to keep the patient experience efficient and elevated
• Support surgical scheduling and continuity of care from consultation through recovery

What You Bring

Required

• Graduate of an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program
• Current NCCPA certification
• Active California PA license, or license in process (must be active by your start date)
• Current BLS certification
• At least 1 year of surgical or related clinical experience

Preferred

• 3+ years of experience, ideally in plastic, cosmetic, or reconstructive surgery
• Operating room / surgical first-assist experience
• Experience with aesthetic injectables and laser or energy-based devices
• ACLS certification

Who You Are

• Clinically strong, with sound judgment and close attention to detail
• Passionate about aesthetics and patient-centered outcomes
• A warm, clear communicator who builds trust quickly
• Organized and adaptable, and at your best in a fast-paced surgical setting
• A collaborative team player who models professionalism

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $165,000+, based on experience and qualifications
• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• 3 weeks of paid time off annually
• Exposure to a wide range of aesthetic and reconstructive procedures, with room to grow your skills
• Work directly with a board-certified plastic surgeon in a respected, results-driven practice

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.